High pitched noise on AirPods Pro 3

Installed the newest firmware. Tested during a flight. Still pitched noise, feedbacks. Disappointed. And still no reaction from Apple.

Have sent the AirPods back to Apple, got refunded.

Same thing here. Left one too. I tried changing the ear tip, resetting, unpairing.. still doing the high pitch sound. In my case the sound gets super loud at moments. This is a hazard for people with sensitive hearing. I’ll drop by an Apple Store today to see what they say.

Although, now sitting in an airport terminal I notice the noise cancellation is not working well depending on the movement of my head, something the seal test did not pick up on. So possibly the ear fit is at fault here, unfortunately the other tips are checked in now in a case and I cannot test further while in this environment.

I wonder how we can escalate this to engineers so that they can push out a firmware update. I had my headphones tested and they all passed. The genius bar guy said they could swap it out, but the parts are on backorder and it would be most likely the same situation anyway not a very satisfactory response of course

Had the issue appear last night on a flight - switching noise modes didn't improve it at all, neither did turning off any of the adaptive to your environment features (that I bought the things for in the first place) and I ended up having to give up and listen to screeching babies all flight as they were less likely to wreck my hearing than the horrendous squealing I was getting.

Seemed like it was trying to noise cancel a noise that wasn't there was how the sound felt to me but I was really annoyed since I only bought these a week ago.

Same problem here. bought a new Airpods, the next day the issue started on the right one. I have to say that the sound is very intense that I have to remove it faster in order to prevent audition damage, besides, is very unpleasant. I went to the store, they give me a new pair with the same issue! I am on a refund process right now. Never again will buy this device.

I have also had this issue. I think it’s something to do with sensor interference. But I’ve never had this issue with other AirPods. I first had the issue day 1 with the first pair I ordered. I replaced them for a new pair…. Once again… same issue. I’m not sure if it’s gonna get a software fix. I’m tempted to return them and go buy from another brand. I was considering beats but I’m worried with the same chip I’ll get the same problem. I do use them for work to take calls, so this is a massive bummer.

Don’t think is has anything to do with the silicone earbud tips. It seems like it’s a combination or interference between the in-ear detection and the external grill. Whatever it’s for. Hold them in your hand closed. It’ll sound like crickets

I'm on my 3rd pair of replacement airpod pro 3's due to this issue. This 3rd set is exhibiting the same issue within a day of getting them. I'm sure if I get a 4th pair of replacements the same issue will arise. High pitched full volume feedback noise (Like when you get a microphone too close to a speaker) randomly happens when using any of the modes other than "Off", a weird popping sound usually starts first then something sounds like it's physically coming apart within the earbud then the earbud(s) sound like their underwater and the high pitched screeching feedback sound persistently happens.

Purchased a set in late October 2025, had screeching feedback on two 6.5 hour flights. These are worse than useless, they are dangerous. Contacted Apple only to be told that they have no record of this happening on 3 Pros. Unless Apple contacts me with acknowledgment and a plan they will be going back. Sad, because my Pro 2s worked just fine on the same flight.

Worst experience I have ever had with Apple. We deserve better.

I got my AirPods Pro 3 replaced by Apple today, but after testing them, guess what? The high-pitched noise is still there—whether I’m adjusting the AirPods in my ear or just using them normally. And yes, I’ve changed the ear tips, and it doesn’t make any difference.

After hearing about so many people having the same issue even after multiple replacements, I just want my money back at this point..

Hello guys. This is clearly a bad design issue. It does not work well in all people. In my case the same AirPods work perfectly in a friend of mine, but for me were totally useless, it seams that is the shape of my ear. Which means bad design.

hi Robert, glad to know that a firmware addressed your issues, be aware that Apple just released firmware version 9B34 which you might be interested to check hoping for some positive news, enjoy and enjoy life too!

Me too! Had my Gen 3 for around a month, worth the upgrade from the Gen 2, but now have this issue. Be taking back my Gen 2’s from the wife, and taking these back to Apple

I’ve had 2 brand new pairs, both screeching/whilstling. So disappointing had my pro 2s for ages no issues